Hockey

Islanders Confirm Signing of Forward Alex Jefferies to One-Year Deal

by
Richard Hayes
July 29, 2026

The New York Islanders have made it official, announcing the signing of restricted free agent Alex Jefferies to a one-year, two-way contract on Wednesday. This agreement allows Jefferies to play in both the NHL and AHL, solidifying his place within the organization as he continues to develop his game.

News of the signing had circulated earlier, with notable insider Elliotte Friedman first reporting the details last Friday. The contract, which avoids arbitration, includes an NHL salary of $850,000 and an AHL salary of $100,000, with a guaranteed amount of $130,000.

Jefferies, 24, had a productive season with the Bridgeport Islanders, notching 29 points with nine goals and 20 assists in 60 games. His performance demonstrated his potential and commitment to growth after being selected by the Islanders in the fourth round (No. 121) of the 2020 NHL Draft. As he embarks on this new contract, fans and the organization alike will be eager to see how he continues to evolve as a player.

Note: This recap is an independently written summary based on publicly available reporting.

Richard Hayes

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